Key Holder

Zachary DanielsHawksheadreedpublished 09/21/2026

Key Holder | Outdoor Retail | Lake District | £13.00 - £13.50 per hour

We are working with a well-established outdoor retailer to recruit a Key Holder for on of their stores in the Lake District.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced retail assistant, supervisor or existing Key Holder who enjoys customer service, has an interest in the outdoors and wants to take on more responsibility within a busy retail environment.

What's in it for you?

£13.00 - £13.50 per hour

  • Full-time or part-time hours available
  • Staff discount
  • Opportunity to work for a well-established outdoor retailer
  • Career development opportunities
  • A role within a passionate and knowledgeable team

The Role

As a Key Holder, you will support the Store Manager with the day-to-day running of the store, helping to deliver excellent customer service and strong commercial performance.

You'll be hands-on across the store, supporting customers, helping the team and taking responsibility for the store when required.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Opening and closing the store
  • Supporting the Store Manager with day-to-day operations
  • Delivering excellent customer service and product knowledge
  • Supporting and motivating the wider team
  • Driving sales and supporting store targets
  • Maintaining high standards across the shop floor
  • Cash handling and banking responsibilities
  • Ensuring company standards and procedures are followed

About You

We're looking for someone with previous retail experience , ideally as a Key Holder, Supervisor or experienced Sales Assistant.

You'll be confident working as part of a team but also comfortable taking responsibility and making decisions when required.

You'll ideally have:

  • Previous retail experience
  • Key Holder, Supervisor or senior sales experience
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • A commercial and hands-on approach
  • An interest in outdoor products, activities or the wider outdoor industry
  • The flexibility to work full-time or part-time hours

If you're looking for a hands-on retail role in the Lake District where you can combine customer service with a genuine interest in the outdoors, we'd love to hear from you.

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